As Rarity and Fluttershy get to the main office they stop in their tracks as they see the door start to open. At first they get nervous to see an angry Principal Celestia or Vice Principal Luna….

However they see Applejack just exiting the office. Fluttershy breathes a sigh of relief and reaches her hand out to touch her on the shoulder.

“Applejack, are you alright? Speak to me...” beckons Fluttershy.

“Ah’m fine Fluttershy! Ah just needed some time to think. Land sakes, girl! You really tossed us a loop with that reaction!” Applejack says. Fluttershy sighed sadly.

“I know I freaked you out Applejack and I'm sorry. I didn't mean for that to happen. However, overall I'm still me right?” asks Fluttershy.

“Yes, Fluttershy you're our friend. If Ah wasn’t, then why did Ah come to your defense when the class started pointin’ fingers and taking photos on their cell phones?” Applejack says with a frustrated sigh.

“You have a point there Applejack, to be honest I just wanted class to continue, and ripping off my skirt was the scariest thing that's ever happened to me.” Fluttershy admitted timidly.

“What about that time bein’ locked in that supply closet that one time? That shoulda been scarier than this right?” asked Applejack.

“I barely remember any of that, something to do with a split mind or whatever, memories disappearing and being replaced among other things I don't understand.” explains Fluttershy. Being trapped in a supply closet by myself with little to do but yell out for help? That does sound scary. She thought.

“Ah’m in the same boat, so to speak, with the whole bein’ Applejack and all. Ah wonder if there are others like us here. Maybe we can conduct our own investigation. Ah’ll ask mah sis and her friends to help us if they find any of’ their classmates their age actin’ out o’ place. Make a list of’ our classmates and all that.” Applejack adds in. “Oh, we need t’ talk to’ Principal Celestia and Vice Principal Luna ‘bout that there video that’s goin’ “viral.`` Whatever that means.”

“Maybe I'm not fully myself. It's hard to explain.” says Fluttershy.

“I had the same feeling sometimes; it’s hard to pin down if Ah have fully finished myself.” Applejack says. Rarity says nothing but nods her head in understanding.

“Hey we're here for you. Anytime you find yourself in a jam, you can call us.” says Fluttershy

“Yes, this is not all just about you. We are all here for you.” Rarity says before entering the office. Fluttershy pats Applejack on the back and follows Rarity into the office.

Applejack nodded, “Thanks, Fluttershy, Rarity.”

Just then, Vice-Principal Luna stepped toward the girls entering her office, making Fluttershy nervously jump. “Please come in, girls. We need to talk about the incident in Miss Cheerilee’s classroom.” They all agree and head inside.

“Hopefully it’s not something major.” Rarity says.

“M-me neither. I hate confrontations.” Said Fluttershy

“Who do ya think pulled the syrup trap on Fluttershy?” Applejack asked Rarity.

“I have no clue darling, I am just as clueless as you are.” Rarity says.

“Neither Do I, and I intend to figure out who's behind all of this. I trust you girls are already on the case?” says Principal Celestia sitting in her office chair behind her desk.

“Maybe we could play detective, eh Rarity?” Fluttershy suggested nudging Rarity.

“That may be an idea darling, but I don’t know how well we can do without a lab to back us up.” Rarity says.

“Besides,we cannot just go ‘round accusin’ every student without direct proof.” Applejack stated to her friends.

“That is why I think we need to look into it.” Rarity says.

“Where do we begin? Maybe figure out who had the most motive to bring maple syrup to school and somehow get it on Fluttershy’s chair before class? Ah mean, someone had to see the prankster or pranksters do it.” Applejack offered.

“Who brings Syrup to a school anyway?” Asks Fluttershy.

“They may like some syrup over others; I know the lunch room has some pancakes on for lunch today.” Rarity says.

“Ah know! We could ask Granny Smith if she noticed any maple syrup missin’ from the lunch serving’ area. Could be our first lead?” Applejack suggested, hitting her hands together in anticipation of solving the “Great Maple Syrup Prank” caper.

“Pinkie sure likes sweet stuff…” says Fluttershy thinking.

“Yes, Miss Pie has been known to hold some whip cream in one of her hidden holes inside the school.” Luna says, you can tell she’s tried to find it by her voice.

“I do not want to know where that hole is” says Fluttershy.

“But why do you think Pinkie may prank you? Are we not best friends?” Rarity says.

“Yes I don't think that Pinkie would be one to do such a heinous act” says Principal Celestia.

“Ah don’t think Pinkie Pie would be the type t’ prank her best pal, sugarcube.” Applejack sighs. “After all, all these leads could be just red herrings.”

“Well it was j-just a prank right?” asks Fluttershy.

“Plus darling, the syrup may have come from their home. Well did they target Fluttershy herself or just the next student that sat down?” Rarity says.

“Beats me, I don't really mind actually if it was her”

“Darling, you lost a good skirt to that prank!?” Rarity says.

“It's fine Rarity I'm not hurt, just embarrassed is all” says Fluttershy.

“Maybe for you, but I for one can’t think about ruining a article of clothing like that!” replies Rarity disgusted.

“You may be right, after all clothing is a sacred thing, and public nudity is frowned upon in many nations. I fear for what may happen to you in the future Fluttershy.” Says Vice Principal Luna.

Fluttershy chuckled nervously.

“And to top it off her new skirt is made with a yet to be released material!” Rarity says proudly.

“Impressive if we allowed fashion in our school fairs I'm sure that you would win a prize for most inspired” says Principal Celestia.

“Thank you for the vote of confidence Principal Celestia, but I for one am just starting my business for it.” Rarity says.

“Fair enough. Now that reminds me of Fluttershy. How have your classes been?” Asked Principal Celestia.

“Oh well I don't actually know… I feel like I'm not doing so well.”

“Fluttershy darling, you may like to take some time off. We just handled the Dazzlings did we not?” Rarity says.

“Did we? I don't remember that.” says Fluttershy

“Darling, did you forget about the Battle of the Bands?” Rarity asks.

Fluttershy nods.

“Well you remember the Dazzlings?” Rarity adds.

“Now that you mention it that does sound familiar… Are they super popular?”

“Rarity I do believe that Fluttershy has had some recent memory loss. Best not to confuse her.” says Principal Celestia.

“My bad Principal Celestia, just trying to help find out if so how far back is the loss.” Rarity adds.

“Just be sure to be a friend and help out if she can't recall something.” Luna adds

“I see your point, Vice Principal Luna. Well they did
try and brainwash the whole school into battling one another in a music battle that was our school’s showcase.” Rarity says to Luna and clarifies something to Fluttershy.

“Why would they do such a thing?” Asks Fluttershy.

“Well we don’t fully know but my best guess is food.” Rarity replies.

“Well if they wanted food they could've gone to a buffet. All you can eat and great with friends!” Applejack stated.

“Well if they were normal humans that would have been a snap, but they are Sirens..... evil mermaids.” Rarity says. Fluttershy raises her eyebrow in confusion.

“Mermaids? Sirens aren't exactly mermaids; close but not quite there either. Mermaids are part human.” says Fluttershy

“Point, sadly I don’t know fully as they are from a different world outside of our own.” Rarity says. Then the principal speaks up.

“While I would love to discuss the school’s recent high and low moments, I would really like to get back to this investigation.” Says Principal Celestia with a sigh.

“My apologies, Principal Celestia.” Rarity says bowing in respect to the head administrator.

“No need for apologies; I find the company quite enjoyable. Now I have a few questions to ask you girls.” Principal Celestia requested.

“What can we do for you principal?” Rarity asks.

“Has anyone seen any suspicious activity at all today?” Principal Celestia offered.

“Not that I know of.” Rarity responded to the Principal’s query concerning suspicious activity.

“I'm sorry I haven't seen anything I don't think. I sort of just sat down and it happened.” Admits Fluttershy.

“Ah was just comin’ inta class when Fluttershy sat down in the maple syrup.” says Applejack. “Ah then got a text from one o’ mah cousins who is plannin’ t’ transfer here Her name is Babs Seed. She’s the same age as Apple Bloom, Sweetie Belle, an’ Scootaloo.”

“Hm..” Celestia writes some things down on a notepad. “So who was in the classroom when this happened?”

“From what I remember, Snips and Snails, Miss Cheerilee, Applejack I think, and I don’t know any other names?” Rarity says.

“I think there was somebody in there named Fickle?” said Fluttershy thinking.

“Why is it that I can’t remember who that is.” Rarity says thinking herself.

“She must be a new student. Then again we have been gettin’ some new students lately,” Applejack mentioned matter-of-factly.

“I didn't quite get a good look at her. I wonder what she's like?” Wonders Fluttershy.

“I myself have seen her around, but I've yet to talk with her.” says Rarity.

“Ah sure haven't seen 'er much. Could be a transfer student.” Applejack said aloud grabbing the edge of her Stetson tipping it.

“Fickle is an odd name, but I have heard some students say she talks to herself and is not in a group for long, before leaving them for another group.” Rarity says.

“Fickle, yes I do believe she just transferred here to Canterlot High just last week.” says Celestia.

“Do we happen to have a last name for her, or is her file incomplete?” Rarity inquires with a raised eyebrow.

“I think I have her file somewhere in this cabinet here.” says Celestia reaching over, pulling the cabinet drawer open. There were many files inside. “Not exactly sure if it's in here because a certain someone had dropped them all when cleaning.” She says subtly glancing at Luna.

Rarity just rolls her eyes at that, as if she knows who that someone is. Fluttershy giggles at the unfortunate event explained to them.

“Ah, here it is.” says Celestia taking out a file and placing it on her desk. She opens it showing the file to the group. “Fickle Fate, a transfer student from Cirrus Academy, a sophomore. I believe this will be helpful?”

The picture showed a young teenage girl with light green curly hair with blue and aqua highlights, green eyes, and light green to yellow skin. She was wearing a black shirt with a white question mark on the front of it.

“That’s Fickle, all right.” Applejack confirmed the identity of the student after examining her picture in her file. “First person everyone pointed to when the prank was discovered.” She sighed, “Ya think she may know who did the prank?” Applejack asked Rarity.

“Who knows, even if she did it, I hear she’s been forgetful about some things.” Rarity replies.

“Oh! I actually did see her in the room where it all happened. I think she was defending Sunset.” says Fluttershy taking a glance at the photo on the file.

“Hmmm… so maybe she isn’t behind the pranks?” Applejack asked. “Short o’ askin’ her directly, how are we gonna find out who’s behind the pranks without alertin’ the pranksters we are onto them?” The farm girl posed a thought-provoking question.

“That's quite the predicament. I wonder what there is to do! I guess the only thing we can do is head to this person for any clues.” says Fluttershy.

“Maybe but if they did it or know who did it may tip them off” Rarity says, thinking how they can follow her and find out the truth.

“That may be a great solution, however this plan of yours may have to wait until tomorrow.” said Celestia looking at the clock. It read 4:25.

“Quite right Principal, I myself have a gaming date in about 20 minutes.” Rarity says.

“Aw shucks, guess we lost track of time, eh Fluttershy?” Said Applejack

Fluttershy simply nods waving goodbye to the two. She followed after Rarity who heads out after saying bye to Luna.

“Well now ah’m even more curious, since we have t' go home, savin it fer another day…” Applejack got on her phone texting someone. “Ah sure hope mah sister and her friends don’t get carried away in helpin’ catch whoever’s doin’ this or wind up bein’ caught in another prank.”

“Knowing your sister and my own, they will find some way to over do it!” Rarity says.

“I'm just glad that we can finally rest easy at h-home…” Fluttershy says. Then she remembers that she's never been to her own house before.

“That is true, darling. If you like I can escort you home.” Rarity offered.

“That would be lovely thank you Rarity.” says Fluttershy as they walk down the hall. When they arrived at the front door, outside there were students waiting for them.

Author's Note

I've had this written for a while. Said fuck it what's the worse that can happen.

Wait... is that angry fans wanting more!? No! NO please! NOOOOOOOOOO!!!!!